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2024 Tateyama Kurobe Snow Valley Festival

Experience the breathtaking snow walls up close, reaching up to 20 meters high.

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Located near Murodo, known for its heavy snowfall, the "Otani" area boasts abundant snow accumulation, with depths approaching 20 meters. This area is part of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, a world-renowned mountain sightseeing route featuring peaks exceeding 3,000 meters in elevation. Every year from April to June, the Tateyama Kurobe Snow Valley Festival takes place, centered around the Otani area.

During the festival, various events are held throughout the region, allowing visitors to experience the majestic nature of Tateyama Kurobe. The main event, the "Snow Otani Walk," enables participants to walk along a path squeezed between snow walls, sometimes reaching heights of 20 meters. For the best views of even higher and whiter snow walls, it's recommended to visit in mid-April immediately after the festival's start.

Additionally, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Tateyama Mountain Range and Toyama Plain from the "Tateyama Snow Terrace" and explore the enchanting scenery of the "Snow Tunnel." Since events vary depending on the period, please check the official website for detailed information.

Highlights

  • Events held in the Otani area of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from April to June.
  • The "Snowy Otani Walk," where you walk right beside the snow walls, is a highlight.
  • Please note that the duration of each event varies.

Photos

  • Walk along the pedestrian pathway to get a close-up view of the snow walls. 
©Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route

    Walk along the pedestrian pathway to get a close-up view of the snow walls. ©Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route

  • The "Panorama Road" offers a silver world that stretches as far as the eye can see.
©Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route

    The "Panorama Road" offers a silver world that stretches as far as the eye can see. ©Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route

  • The "Snow Tunnel" can be enjoyed from mid-May to mid-June.
©Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route

    The "Snow Tunnel" can be enjoyed from mid-May to mid-June. ©Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route

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Details

Name in Japanese
2024立山黒部・雪の大谷フェスティバル
Location
Murodo, Ashikuraji, Tateyama-machi, Nakaniikawa-gun, Toyama
Telephone
076-481-1500 (Tateyama Kurobe General Information Center)
Schedule
From April 15 to June 25, 2024
Access
From the Nagano Prefecture side: Just a short walk from the Tateyama Tunnel Trolley Bus stop "Murodo."
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)